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Our Current Read-Alouds ~ Swiss Family Robinson and Homer Price

May232012

Reading out loud together has really been something that has taken off over the last few months in our family. After reading The Underland Chronicles by Susan Collins, I wanted to find some other books to read that we would enjoy just as much and also wanted to mix in a few classics along the way. The Swiss Family Robinson by Johann Wyss As we were wrapping up our school year, we picked up the … [Continue reading...]

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Change is a Good Thing

May212012

The last week has been one where my mind and my heart were going through such a rollercoaster of emotions on the heels of my trip to Tanzania. There were moments where I would be smiling and then just seconds later was a sobbing mess on the floor. Trying to put my finger on what in the world was going on ~ well, that was just about impossible because there were so many different reasons. And … [Continue reading...]

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Enjoying Sweet Faces ~ Moments to Remember

May192012

Moments to Remember was developed as a simple way to look back on our week as homeschoolers and find photos that encompass the memories we want to remember.  The week may have been tough, there may have been more bumps than smiles, but in the end these are the moments that keep us going, the ones we need to remember. This past week was spent relaxing, cuddling on the porch swing, … [Continue reading...]

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Recovering ~ Preschool {and 5K too!} Corner

May182012

This week has included a lot of laying low while I’ve been recovering from jet lag. Fortunately, I have four amazing children who have been quick to snuggle up in bed with me, throw their arms around me repeatedly, or whisper the words “I love you, Mom”. All things that my heart has needed this past week. So while we haven’t had any school time this week, we focused more on the ‘home’ aspect of … [Continue reading...]

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Just a Little Grace

May142012

I’m back. Home. And truly at this moment I’m at a loss. This past week was something that was truly life altering for me and to throw up a post just for the sake of having one seems like it will in some way diminish all that I saw, participated in and felt God impressing on my heart. So…while I wait and process all that my brain is trying desperately to keep up with, will you all allow me a … [Continue reading...]

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The Many Facets of Tanzania

May112012

This week I’ve been able to share my reflections and thoughts with you all as I’ve traveled Tanzania with group of amazing bloggers. And really, you all? They are fabulous writers and have been sharing stories that will make you cry and cheer and laugh ~ sometimes in the same post. Can I share a few of the ones that have spoken to me this week? I’d love it if you would stop by and visit them. … [Continue reading...]

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